Hib Vaccine

What is Hib vaccine?

Hib vaccine prevents serious infections caused by a type of bacteria called Haemophilus influenzae type b. Such infections include meningitis (an infection of the covering of the brain and spinal cord), pneumonia (lung infection), and epiglottitis (a severe throat infection).

Hib is injected intramuscularly in the mid thigh region of the baby.

Hib Vaccine Immunization Schedule

• 6weeks- Hib1
• 10weeks- Hib2
• 14weeks- Hib3
• 16-18months- Hib Booster

Effectiveness

Hib conjugate vaccines have been shown to be universally effective against all manifestations of Hib disease, with a clinical efficacy among fully vaccinated children estimated to be between 95–100%.

Side Effects

Most people who get Hib vaccine do not have any problems with it.

Mild Problems

• redness, warmth, or swelling where the shot was given
• fever

These problems are uncommon. If they occur, they usually begin soon after the shot and last 2 or 3 days.

Serious reactions are also possible but are very rare.